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Distinctive Design Remodeling, LLC
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

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Warranties offered

"Added a Sunroom and turned an unfinished basement into an apartment. Distinctive Design did a fantastic job. They were more than willing to work with me when I wanted to change the dimensions of a room because they understand things can change. They kept to their promised schedule and were great to work with. I highly recommend Distinctive Design Remodeling."
 Enjoy the summer on a new deck
 Brand New Front Porch
 Brand New Room Addition
 New columns in finished basement
 New Garage

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
GRB Design, LLC
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My bathroom remodel looks beautiful. I couldn’t be happier. Gary and his crew are very professional and respectful. They took such good care of my home throughout the process. The end result exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be hiring again for many more projects!"
Bathroom Vanity
 Closet we used to add on to bath
 Rice Master Bath Remodel
Full Bath Remodel
 Frameless Shower

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Response time1 day
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Total Cap Construction
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"Carlos did an excellent job with our basement bathroom. Our bathroom looks better than I could have imagined. Our house was built in 1950, and the basement was completely unfinished. Now itâ s beautiful and functional. Carlos answered all the questions I had, and explained what he was doing during the whole renovation. We will definitely be hiring for future projects. Carlos was very professional, kind and courteous, and I highly recommend him to anyone doing home improvements."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MINC Inc.
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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MINC Incorporated was created with a goal of providing multiple professional\nservices under one integrated company. With this structure we save our clients time\nand money when searching the services, they need. Our current professional sectors\nincludes Janitorial Cleaning, Landscaping, & Remodeling Services. We welcome commercial and\nresidential customers. We are excited to surpass our customers expectations by going\nabove and beyond, Making Quality More Satisfying.\n\nWe look forward to working with you!\n\n\n

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

For most basement remodels, you’ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote. 

When considering finishing your basement, take into account a few pros and cons:

Pros

  • Can increase the value of your home

  • Separate space from the rest of the house 

  • Customize and personalize the basement to suit your needs and style

  • Increase the amount of living space in your home

Cons

  • May not regain enough value to cover the cost of finishing

  • Lack of natural light if it’s below ground level

  • Moisture or flooding can cause costly damage

  • Installing plumbing and electrical can be messy and costly

It is common for a contractor to ask for a down payment before starting a project, especially for jobs that require purchasing materials and equipment or hiring a crew. The deposit amount can range from 10% to 50% of the total job cost. While a request for up to 50% is not unusual, a contractor should not ask for more than that, and you should never pay for a project in full before the work has begun. To protect yourself, always discuss payment terms before starting and have a written contract that outlines the project timeline and expectations. Additionally, be sure to hire reputable contractors and check their licensing and insurance before the project begins.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

A finished basement does not always count as square footage, as this varies by state regulations. In areas that allow below-grade spaces to be included in a home's official square footage, the basement must typically meet certain conditions. These conditions often include having a functional egress and being a livable space with flooring, finished walls, and temperature control. To be certain, contact your local assessor to confirm your area's specific policies regarding basement square footage.

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